MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Feb. 29 (UPI) — an estimated 70 percent to 85 percent of all pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting, but nurse practitioners said only half report morning sickness.

A survey 350 nurse practitioners indicated only 40 percent of their patients reported experiencing nausea and vomiting in pregnancy in the last 12 months.

“Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy is a condition that affects many pregnant women and, contrary to popular belief, many pregnant women experience symptoms sporadically throughout the day. Even a less severe case of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy can detract from the joy of pregnancy and may affect a woman’s general well being,” Elizabeth Kostas-Polston, board chairwoman of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health, said in a statement.

“Women experiencing nausea and vomiting in pregnancy should discuss appropriate treatment strategies with their healthcare provider and not suffer in silence.”

Seventy-six percent of nurse practitioners said nausea and vomiting in pregnancy posed a moderate-to-severe problem for their patients.

Some women do not seek treatment for morning sickness because of concerns about drug therapy during pregnancy or because they don’t know treatments are available, the survey said.

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends women experiencing nausea and vomiting in pregnancy get plenty of rest, avoid bothersome smells, eat five or six small meals a day instead of three large ones, avoid spicy and fatty foods, and eat crackers before getting out of bed. Ginger, acupuncture and acupressure, motion sickness bands or hypnosis might also help.

The online survey of member of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health was conducted from Nov. 8-15. no margin of error was provided.

YOU MAY be thinking of falling pregnant, are pregnant, or know someone special who is pregnant. this is an extremely exciting period during which the body undergoes major changes, nurtures a precious life and prepares for a healthy delivery of a baby. Research has shown that Acupuncture can be very beneficial during pregnancy and labour. according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) Acupuncture has been found useful for nausea, vomiting and significantly reduces the duration of labour and labour pains. There is also strong evidence that Acupuncture can help with a breached birth. the most common complaints pregnant women present to our clinic are: -    Morning sickness            – Recurrent miscarriage -    Heartburn                – Threatened miscarriage -    Haemorrhoids                – Oedema (fluid retention) -    Sinus and mucosal congestion    – Hypertension -    Anxiety, depression            – Insomnia -    Musculoskeletal conditions        – Constipation -    Low back pain, sciatica, pubic symphysis pain etc. ACUPUNCTURE DURING PREGNANCY During the first trimester, the focus of the treatment is to reduce the likelihood of miscarriage and address any early pregnancy symptoms such as nausea, morning sickness and fatigue. Acupuncture during the second semester aims to maintain the balance and address many of the common complaints of pregnancy mentioned above. Acupuncture during the third trimester prepares the body for labour and delivery by relaxing and softening ligaments, aiding cervical dilation, nourishing the body’s ‘’Qi’’ and blood, as well as relieving any muscular pain or discomfort. this is also the time where Acupuncture is used to turn breach babies. it is recommended to start this treatment as soon as you learn that the baby is in breach position (around 33-36 weeks) During the whole pregnancy, special attention will be given at diet and lifestyle. ACUPUNCTURE FOR LABOUR INDUCTION Treatment for labour induction can be given any time after 39 weeks if there are no complications with the pregnancy. Acupuncture for delayed labour has been used in China for at least 2,300 years, but Acupuncture for labour pain was rarely used because, according to Chinese culture and oriental tradition, women were expected to experience the pain of childbirth! the first occurrence in Chinese medical literature was in 1970 in ‘a barefoot doctor’s manual’ (my first book on Acupuncture), the manual drew on the practical expertise of local health workers, often self-taught, who went from house to house to administer medical attention in the form of Acupuncture and herbal medicine. it was around the same time the interest in Acupuncture Analgesia became the focus of much research in Europe and the western world in general. In 1972 Christian Ehrstroem performed the first Acupuncture delivery in the west in Stockholm. In 1974 Darras in France reported 20 electro-acupuncture deliveries by primiparea and multiparea.  Since then, Acupuncture has rapidly become more popular for women in childbirth, mainly because it is a natural pain-reliever with no harmful side effects for mother or baby. moreover, women like to feel in control during their labour and delivery, a feeling of which they may be deprived by some of the more potent conventional analgesic techniques used in today’s maternity units. ACUPUNCTURE FOR DIFFICULT LABOUR Acupuncture is also used in ‘difficult’ labour. Difficult labour can result from abnormality of the uterine contractions, cephalo-pelvic disproportion (that is imbalance between the size of the maternal pelvis and the baby’s head), or malposition and malpresentation of the baby.

Acupuncture can be of help in the first of these, but not the others. it is important to note that ‘malposition’ of the baby should not be confused with ‘malpresentation’: the latter occurs when the baby’s bottom (breach); shoulder; face or brows present first as opposed to the head – as in normal cephalic presentation. ‘Malposition’ means incorrect positioning of the head, which includes occipito-posterior position and deflection of the head. Acupuncture can help in ‘malpresentation’, but not ‘malposition!’ If you like more information on this subject or Acupuncture in general please email me at: this e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for appointments call 660 032 862 Robert Vandevelde: Former president of Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine association (AACMA)   

Nausea and throwin up and I found out at 6 weeks when I went to the dr thought I had stomach virus could nt eat anything but sandwhiches

Swollen/Tender Breasts:

Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.

Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to be swollen or tender.

Fatigue/Tiredness:

Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception.

Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling tired or fatigued.

Nausea/Morning Sickness:

this well known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, change in hormonal birth control method or other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.

Backaches:

lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress, other back problems, and physical or mental strains.

Headaches:

the sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy.

Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source of frequent or chronic headaches.

Frequent Urination:

Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom.

Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes, increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.

Darkening of Areolas:

If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.

Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.

Food Cravings or Food Aversions:

While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. this can last throughout your entire pregnancy. Some women develop adversions to certain types of food early in pregnancy and this too can last for the next 9 months.

I started getting symptoms around 6 weeks. I noticed that I was using the bathroom very often, I was becoming extremely tired, I actually lost weight because I was experiencing a lot of nausea. you can start experiencing symptoms as early at 4 weeks. it is different for all women.

Good luck, and possibly congrats? :]

I took a pregnancy test yesterday because my ovulation calendar software said it was time to test, and got a positive result. but, I have had really no symptoms, aside from a bit of fatigue and being overly emotional and hungry more often, all of which can be explained away. When can I exepct some of the other symptoms: breast tenderness, morning sickness, etc?

Congratulations! Well everyone is different but I would say that most start around 6-8 weeks

I started feeling sick at about 7 weeks pregnant. BUt I had little cramping and definite fatigue as soon as I found out I was pregnant around 4 weeks. My breasts didnt start feeling really tender until 12 weeks or so, and now they are super bad! I am 16 weeks pregnant with my first baby! So I have just recently experienced these things!

Within the next couple of weeks, and definetly within the first 2 months, especially the fatigue. I think at no other time is it so bad as in the beginning.

Everyone is different. some go through the whole nine months with nary a symptom, many don't even know they're pregnant until a friend mentions the "glow" around them, and yet some women insist they feel a life inside them within moments of conception. So it really depends, but I'm happy for you and maybe if you start shopping you'll notice some symptoms as you're picking out the crib.

Mine symptoms started around 4-6 weeks. with my last/third baby I had symptoms starting at 4 weeks.

when your **** start hurting too mush. and throuing up with no food poisning

What were your symptoms?

I was one of the lucky ones who only experienced morning sickness from about week 14-15, and it was only a couple of times. Other than around week 7 or so, which I didn't know I was pregnant yet, I started noticing a change in my appetite and bathroom usage. I had to pee all the time, even 20 mintues after I had just used the bathroom. I started craving snack type foods a lot and felt like I needed to eat all the time. I found out around week 9 that I was pregnant.

Just curious how early some of you ladies start getting pregnancy symptoms.
It's too early to test for me but the last few days I've had sore breasts, feeling of sickness (only in the evening), cramps, slight back pain.

with my first I got symptoms at about 6 weeks, Morning sickness, cramps and def back pain!!!

I am pregnant with my second and the only things I had at about 4 weeks was back pain (thats when I tested positive and then it was gone) and slight cramps!

Good luck and congrats!!

With both my 2 i had like a burning feeling in my stomach really early on.. Didn't even think it was because i was pregnant the first time.. but getting it the second time i knew straight away i was pregnant even tho it was to early to test

5 weeks. Morning sickness /: still here today now at 10 weeks

I am planning to have a baby..would like to know what are the most common symptoms of pregnancy and how early can you feel them.

Morning sickness, flu like symptoms, fatigue, constipation and frequent urination… things like that. You can start morning sickness, fatigue and frequent urination within about 10 days of becoming pregnant.

missed period
nausea
sore breasts
tiredness
implantation bleeding
sensitivity to odors
food aversions
frequent urination
mood swings
constipation
heartburn
headaches
back aches
food cravings
dizziness
lower abdominal cramps
a positive pregnancy test
there are some i hope that helps a little

Besides missing your period….sore breasts, nausea (may or may not have it), tingling feeling in the breasts, heightened sense of smell. They can begin as early as before a missed period, or shortly thereafter. it just depends on your body….everyone is different in that aspect.

Missed period.

Crampy feeling, but no period.

Nausea. Vomiting

That's the first two months. By then it will show up on a pregnancy test.

no period; sore boobs; frequent urination; lower back pain; mood swings; morning sickness.

all of these can occur within the first month of pregnancy. These are very early symptoms.

Morning sickness by 2 months. sometimes early cramping. no period. fainting, dizziness, shortness of breath. Everyone experiences pregnancy differently. Try webmd.com for more signs and symptoms of pregnancy.

missied period and morning sickness.

Skipped periods are a likely knowledge of pregnancy, however morning sickness is also quite common with beening sick, headaches, bad belly and giddiness. Also leaking milk is a sign.

Breast tenderness, Fatigue, and Nausea are the 3 main ones. For me it was Nausea.

I don't know if symptom is the correct term, but if you stop having your period and get nauseous you could well be on your way.

At the very start as soon as u have a missed period, you feel very different– its hard to describe and everyone has their own :

Possible indegestion early on– feeling sick or being sick after 5 weeks
Bloated
General tiredness

Sore very sore nipples and tender breasts

missed period and "morning sickness" this don't have to be in the "morning" it is sickness all day or at around the same time everyday

missed period and eating alot

PREGNANCY SYMPTOMS-

Swollen breasts-
Sore breasts caused by increasing levels of hormones. The soreness may feel more tender/swollen then how your breasts feel before your period.

Nausea/vomiting-
If you're like most women, you'll get "morning sickness" a month after conception, could start to feel queasy a lil earlier or not at all. I love how they call it "morning sickness" I had it off-and-on all day long, only for 3 months. The GOOD NEWS is, the more you feel nausea the better; your odds of a miscarriage decreases and that's well worth it! if the N/V doesn't getcha the sensitivity to odors may…it's normal to feel sick (even trigger gag reflexes) from different aromas, like bologna, bacon, coffee, onions or etc.

Fatigue-
Bouy, uou haven't felt tired 'til you get pregnant! Increased levels of progesterone and stress your body goes through as it changes will leave you feeling drained. You may start to feel more energy in the 2nd trimester, but you'll feel tired again in the 3rd trimester. (that's what happened to me anyways)

Frequent trips to the bathroom-
Soon after becoming pregnant, having to "go" all the time – a common symptom, because of the increased amount of blood and fluids, all processed in the kidneys and ending up in the bladder. This symptom may start as early as 6-7 weeks into your 1st trimester and continue through your pregnancy as more pressure is placed on your bladder due to your growing baby! so, stock up on the Charmin!

Implantation bleeding-
Some women have a lil bleeding about 11-12 days after conception. it may be caused by the fertilized egg burrowing into the lining of the uterus (a process that starts 6 days after fertilization) but no one knows for sure. The bleeding is light and only a couple days. (Let your OB/GYN know if you notice even a lil spotting, especially if you have pain, since this can be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. You should see an OB/midwife at this point)

Food aversions/cravings-
Some women have cravings and some get what's called food aversions. You know what cravings are? Aversions are the opposite, where suddenly you find foods you once enjoyed, completely GROSS! This feeling may come and go throughout your pregnancy. have you ever heard of pica? Pica is a craving for ice, dirt, laundry soap, paint chips or other non-food items (may be an iron deficiency).

Constant high temperature (for 18 days)-
Not sure why…probably the increase of hormones, fluids, stress and other changes going on. I'd sweat when everyone else was cold.

A "late or missing" period-
If you're late make an appt to see an OB, if your not regular, then your first clues may be tender/swollen breasts, nausea and going to the bathroom more often…if your not sure take a pregnancy test.

Which leads to the last symptom…YOUR PROOF!

[PROOF]
Most home pregnancy tests aren't sensitive enough to detect pregnancy until about 1 week after missing your period. Wait…if the test is positive, make an appointment with an OB/midwife right away, buy prenatal vitamins [you need 800mcg folic acid], start looking to buy maternity clothes and stretch mark cream/baby oil with vitamin E.

Take care and God bless!
If you still have more questions look me up I'm due the 29th!!!

Well when I got pregnant, my boob started hurting and I felt nauseated.
But all ppl are differant but keep that in mind

missing period
vomiting
feel more tired than usual
you pee more etc..

It seems as though the earliest pregnancy symptoms are breast tenderness, missed period and morning sickness. DH and I are trying to conceive as well so I am reading a lot of books and searching through informative websites, thus the source of my information. good luck.

What were they? how long after the symptoms did you actually confirm the pregnancy?

I went down to my GP with cramps and pains in my side and he gave me tablets, my periods were only a couple of days late so i didnt think i was pregnant. Then a couple of days i went back to him and told him the pain was there and the tablets didn work.. He did a test and it came up positive.. He sent me for a scan straight away to see if everything was ok and the person doing the scan told me i was only 4 weeks gone and that the crapms i was feeling was only my womb stretching.. At bout 5 weeks i stated getting morning sickness and my breasts were really sore.. they were the only symptoms that i had..

I didn't start feeling anything until 6 weeks. That's when the morning sickness hit! I believe it was 6 weeks to the day as well…and I thought I had stomach flu. I went to the doc 2-3 days after I started getting sick and that's when I took the test!

right at 6 weeks one day. I woke up one morning and had my usual cup of coffee. it made me throw up. I took a test minutes later and I was pregnant. later I realized that I must have been 6 weeks along at the time.

every one is different as to what they feel and when they feel it. but most common is morning sickness and it's usually in the first trimester

Go to this link:
americanpregnancy.org/getting…

Hope it helps.

How long after inplantation do the pregnancy symptoms start, and what are the symptoms?

Do most women experience pregnancy symptoms?

I would say about a month after or 3 weeks at least i remember mi started about 3 to 4 weeks and they didnt happened all at once my only symptom was very sleepy and cramps with sore boobs but i thought they were from my period coming soon and about two weeks after that my morning sickness started but i already knew i was pg by then.

I didn't have any pregnancy symptoms at all. the only way I knew I was pregnant because I didn't get a period. No morning sickness, sore breasts, or fatigue. But the symptoms can show up anytime now. I would be thankful right now though.

depends on how in tune you are to your body …

I felt breasts burning about 3 weeks after conciving …

Make sure not to freak out if you get some symptoms … it could be your body playing tricks on you … just wait till your missed period then get a BLOOD TEST!!! dont spend money on pee sticks … I spent over $1000 on them and they didnt work!!!

implantation normally occurs around the time of a missed period. Symptoms vary from person to person but you would normally feel them a few days after! symptoms and signs could be from cramping to light bleeding.

My first "symptom" was implantation itself. 1 week before period had cramping…followed by breast soreness the next day that got worse and worse. this has happened in all 4 of my pregnancies.

Hi

Just wondering if all you ladies who have been pregnant before, or are pregnant now, can remember when you first started getting symptoms in you pregnancy, in particular nausea or indigestion, even if it was only slight? Did these symptoms start early on in the pregnancy for you, or much later on? anyone experience any of these symptoms literally within days of missing your period?

Thanks ion advance for sharing!

I remember feeling nauseas 2 days before I tested and got a positive. I hadn't been tracking anything that month, so not sure if I was late for a period or not. I did get nauseas randomly before getting pregnant, for unrelated problems though so I just figured it was that. I just felt pregnant the day I decided to test and it was positive. The nausea got alot worse after that!

4 weeks 1st preg. 5 weeks this time around and it was *wake up to puking* out of nowhere. and still going with morning sickness at 20 weeks…….

My sickness started to kick in by 6 weeks.

I was 8 weeks before I had nausea with my first pregnancy and 6 weeks when I got it with my 2nd. I never had indigestion with either.

Between 5-6 weeks with both of my pregnancies.

3 or 4 days before I tested I felt nausea, had a really bad headache and was dead tired. so nausea started from about 5 or 6 weeks for me.

Probably about 2 weeks… My morning sickness lasted me all day and night and didn't go away my entire pregnancy! Not fun… but very worth it once you see your baby

With my son (now 13months old) the Nausa started about 6 – 7 weeks in and the indigestion was mmost of the last trimester.

This time around, the sickness must have started just after conseption. I felt rotten about 2 weeks before a positive test. strange but true i am 8 weeks now and it is still going. no indergestion yet though.

When I was around 6 weks and lasted until the beginning of the second trimester